Saturday the 14th
Howard R. Cohen
(1981)
After his family moves to a new house, a young boy discovers a mysterious book that details a curse hanging over the date of Saturday the 14th. Opening the book releases a band of monsters into the house and the family must join together to save themselves and their neighborhood.
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Overview and Horror Legacy
Over time, it has gained a modest cult following for its campy tone and playful approach to the genre. The film received generally negative reviews from critics but found some success with audiences looking for a lighter take on horror.
Collector Market and Memorabilia
Slasher credentials rest on the specificity of the threat and period production atmosphere — both translate directly into collector value for theatrical materials, home video releases, and any props or production documentation.
Cult Status
Directed by Howard R. The film received generally negative reviews from critics but found some success with audiences looking for a lighter take on horror. Over time, it has gained a modest cult following for its campy tone and playful approach to the genre.
